Dr Andrew Weils Easy Poached Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with Dr. Andrew Weil’s Easy Poached Salmon, a simple yet elegant dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. This recipe combines delicate salmon fillets with the aromatics of fresh dill, lemon slices, bay leaf, and whole black peppercorns, gently simmered in a flavorful poaching liquid of water and optional dry white wine. The result? Perfectly tender, flaky salmon infused with subtle citrus and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this light and nutritious meal is ideal for a quick, stress-free dinner—or an impressive dish for entertaining. Serve with a fresh squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of dill for a beautifully refined finish. Perfect for fans of heart-healthy recipes and minimal cleanup!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 ounces each) Salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Dry white wine (optional)
- 1 sliced Lemon
- 4 sprigs Fresh dill sprigs
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large, deep skillet or sauté pan, combine water, white wine (if using), lemon slices, dill sprigs, bay leaf, black peppercorns, and salt.
Step 2
Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 3
Once simmering, carefully place the salmon fillets into the skillet. Ensure the liquid covers the salmon; if not, you can add more water or wine.
Step 4
Adjust the heat to maintain a low simmer. Do not let the water boil, as this can make the salmon tough.
Step 5
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the salmon poach gently for 8–10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F).
Step 6
Use a slotted spatula to carefully transfer the poached salmon to a serving platter. Let it rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Step 7
Optionally, serve with an extra squeeze of lemon juice and a garnish of fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1891.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1603.4 |
| Total Fat 88.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 428.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1624.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.3g | |
| Protein 150.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3578.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 155.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2706.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories